Jonny Evans has committed the next four years to Manchester United by signing a new contract at Old Trafford. This contract has taken a lot of time since both the parties were involved in negotiations for several months.
There was lot of speculation about the contract of Evans. Not that he intended to leave the club but he wanted a wage hike. So finally both the parties have come to a consensus and his commitment to the club is confirmed by this news item on ManUtd.com
The Northern Ireland defender will stay with the Red Devils until at least June 2014. His signature on the dotted line means he's a natural replacement for the aging Rio Ferdinand. Nemanja Vidic has also been speculated for a move away from OT in the summer; so if he departs, Evans will get a chance to play in the back four on a regular basis.
Sir Alex Ferguson expressed his joy at the news in a club press statement:
We are delighted Jonny has signed a new contract. Jonny has risen through the United ranks to become an integral part of the first-team squad, he is an intelligent defender and has been excellent in the central defensive positions at key times during the season.
On his long term commitment to Manchester United, Jonny Evans said:
I am delighted to have signed a new contract. I’ve supported Manchester United all my life and it’s a great honour to be able to continue to wear the badge of this great club. I’d like to thank the staff, players and fans for their continued support in my development.
